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Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, Louisiana · Town: DistantOfficial Website ↗

#3739
Nationally
#54
In Louisiana
73%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,401
In-State Tuition
per year
57%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
10,401
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
42/100
Average
#3739 nationally
#54 in Louisiana
🎓Graduation Outcomes57
💰Affordability50
🎯Selectivity13
📚Academic Environment17
🔬Program Breadth76

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Louisiana Tech University is a public four-year university located in Ruston, Louisiana. With 10,401 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 73%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $6,401 per year ($13,142 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 57%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate73%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
9,263
Applied
6,722
Admitted
2,263
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading500 – 630
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math545 – 660
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)21 – 27
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,401/yr
In-State Fees$3,724/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$13,142/yr
Room & Board$11,037/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$21,162/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$27,903/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,401↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate57%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
10,401
Total Undergrads
47% F / 53% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 73%
Hispanic 5%
Black 11%
Asian 1%
Two or more 1%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Tuition ($6,401/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • ✓Publicly funded institution — tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationRuston, Louisiana
SettingTown: Distant
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#54
in Louisiana out of 7+ colleges
#3739
nationally
Other Colleges in Louisiana
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.